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coconut husks etc.

For those interested in using coconut husk (not shell)
Unprocessed coconut hulls make lousy fuel.
Coconut hull fiber are generally know as coir.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coir
It is a big business in India.http://msme.gov.in/Chapter%206-Eng_200708.pdf
The fibers are processed into mats, carpet backing, potting material, and geotextiles (for erosion control).
On a small scale, the hulls can be soaked in water for at least a month and beaten to break the pith and used as mulch.
The pith leftover from fiber production is known as cocopeat.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coco_peat
It is generally a coarse powder. It can apparently be made into fuel pellets for gasifier stoves. See attachments.
Bob

Four very good reasons why to make your own charcoal from dry maize cobs.

They are FREE!! (minimal processing required and are widely available as a farm waste product)

Maize cob charcoal is very easy to make and leaves few charcoal fines. (no need for expensive briquetting)

They are easy to light and burn very hot with little ash and are perfect for cooking a quick meal.

Using maize cob charcoal means ZERO reliance on tree's and forests, LPG gas or unreliable and expensive electricity supplies for your cooking fuel needs. And with a Cookswell Jiko you can bake, boil, roast and toast all of your favorite foods